The 39 Steps – A Masterclass in Comedy

The 39 Steps – A Masterclass in Comedy

Exploding into The Shed in a riot of ludicrous slapstick and silliness, the latest venture from Cokethorpe Drama was a roaring success. Drawing on the classic John Buchan tale of spies, intrigue and assassination, this production had its tongue firmly in its cheek, as...
Second Form Devised Drama

Second Form Devised Drama

The entire Second Form took to the stage to perform their devised pieces of Drama to a full house in The Shed. Mastering Physical Theatre and Masked performance, every class provided a unique and original response to the topic of ‘Society’. They explored what it means...
The Magic of Matilda

The Magic of Matilda

The classic Roald Dahl tale of Matilda was spectacularly brought to life in the Summer Term production of Matilda the Musical JR. It tells the tale of Matilda, the clever, teased, book-worm played by the talented Lottie (Second Form, Gascoigne) who sang with angry...
Drama Taking Centre Stage

Drama Taking Centre Stage

GCSE and A-Level Drama pupils took centre stage showcasing their exceptional talent, presenting their examination ‘Performance from Text’ pieces in front of a live audience and visiting examiner, in their respective year groups, over two consecutive nights. There were...
A Midsummer Night’s Dream

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

In a magical blend of mischief and enchantment, the Year 6 pupils brought William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream to life in a wonderful performance. The intricate web of love, mistaken identity, and fairy mischief unfolded seamlessly on stage, captivating the...